Lifetime Channel is Closing

News 26 April 2022

A+E Networks Africa is closing its Lifetime TV channel, on both linear and non-linear platforms on 31 May 2022.

Lifetime Channel is Closing

This follows the closure of Lifetime in Great Britain, Ireland and Malta and will coincide with the shutdown of the channel in Poland. The channel will thus no longer be available on DStv (channel 131).

A+E Networks Africa’s History channel is still available on DStv Channel 186.

MultiChoice remains committed to bringing the best in local programming, news and entertainment available, maintaining a great quality offering at the best value.

We want to assure our customers that we will continue to offer exciting content featuring current affairs and entertainment programming via a variety of local and international channels available on the platforms.

Frequently Asked Questions:

When is Lifetime Africa going to close?

Once Lifetime ceases to air across all platforms, as of midnight (CAT) on 31 May 2022, there will be no programming or commercial content beyond that point.

Has MultiChoice decided to drop Lifetime from their packages?

A+E Networks Africa has solely decided to close Lifetime Africa.

What channel will replace Lifetime Africa?

MultiChoice continuously reviews its channels which may result in the addition of channels. Stay tuned for more information. .

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